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Army Community Service celebrates its 50th year anniversary

Submitted by Kevin Ware married. The advent of World War II rap- Fort Irwin Army Community Service staff. Photo courtesy of Kevin Ware
idly altered this picture. The rapid buildup
Army Community Service Director of U.S. defensive forces, and their deploy- ance counseling before, during, and after the Programs offer real-life solutions for Sol-
ment worldwide had a devastating impact move, lending closet, sponsorship training, diers and their families. All ACS employees
The Army Community Service will soon on American Family life. Long separations, financial readiness, Army Emergency Relief, are equipped with skills and the education
celebrate a significant milestone by celebrat- lack of communication, meager pay, fear, education and financial planning, consumer necessary to assist Soldier customers with
ing its 50th year of service to Soldiers and and reports of casualties brought disruption affairs and Financial Assistance Program, information needed to face the challenges of
Soldier Families. and insecurity to Army families who shared confidential budget counseling and debt military life today and tomorrow. Think of
this experience. management assistance, consumer informa- ACS when deploying or relocating, needing
On July 25, 1965, General Harold tion and advocacy, Family Advocacy Pro- information and referrals, needing financial
Johnson, then the Army Chief of Staff, Today, 83 ACS centers worldwide remain gram, stress and anger management classes, assistance, employment services, or for crisis
dispatched a letter to all commanders an- an integral part of the Army family by sup- victim advocacy, family violence prevention and family assistance.
nouncing the approval and establishment of porting unit commanders by identifying briefings, New Parent Support Program, Ex-
ACS. By 1969, there were 155 ACS centers quality of concerns and supports restora- ceptional Family Member Program, Installa- All services offered are a telephone call
established throughout the Army. From the tion of balance by improving predictable tion Volunteer Program, Army Family Action away and are provided to free of charge.
initiation of ACS and throughout its history, standardized services and programs across Plan, Army Family Team Building, Employ- For more information or if you have ques-
its volunteers (primarily Army spouses) have the Army. The ACS program supports the ment Services, and the Survivor Outreach tions, e-mail the Fort Irwin ACS Director,
ensured the success and support of the many Army through Family Assistance Centers, Services Program. Kevin Ware, at kevin.b.ware.civ@mail.mil
ACS programs. Soldier Readiness Processing, Deployment or call 380-4991.
Cycle Support, Operation READY, Fam-
From the pioneer days to the all-volunteer ily Readiness Groups, Rear Detachments,
Army of today, the concept of concern for Military and Family Life Consultants, and
the welfare of others exists as a foundation of special areas such as the Army Emergency
the Army way of life. For years, Army wives: Relief Program.
operated lending closets, thrift shops, and
nurseries; raised funds to help the needy; as- The core programs and services provided
sisted in emergencies; taught and trained the by ACS centers have grown significantly
inexperienced; provided care and comfort to from its early days to include: Deployment
the ill and bereaved, and; through a grass- and mobilization support, assistance with
roots understanding of the Army community, family readiness groups, relocation readiness,
contributed significantly to its stability. group training for pre/post moves, cross-
cultural training for bicultural families, guid-
In 1940, the active Army numbered
269,000 of whom only 25 percent were

NOW THROUGH AUG. 5 Middle School and Teen Center Activities

SAC Summer Camp. 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Friday. 1322 Join MST this summer for great adventures. We will be going on field trips and having a
Pork Chop Hill. The Fort Irwin School Age Center Summer blast with activities!
Camp Program accommodates children from kindergarten to
fifth grade. SAC encourages physical, emotional, and social de- Week 7: July 6-10 Week 9: July 20-24
velopment through the following service areas: sports, fitness, and “Anything Goes” “Time Travelers”
health options; life skills, citizenship and leadership; art, leisure Trip - Knott’s Berry Farm; $45, deadline July 3.
and recreation; academic support, mentoring, and intervention. Trip - Calico Ghost Town; $25, deadline July 17.
Children can choose from a variety of activities at each scheduled
time and are allowed to move from activity to activity. Daily Week 8: July 13-17 Week 10: July 27-31
Summer Camp Schedule: 6 a.m., morning summer activity; 8:30 “Expressive Arts” “Wet and Wild”
a.m., breakfast; 9:15 a.m., opening ceremony (camp song and
pledge); 9:30 a.m., summer activity; 11:30 a.m., lunch; 12:30 Trip - Sony Studios; $55, deadline July 10. Trip - Belmont Beach; $45, deadline July 24.
p.m., summer activity; 2:30 p.m., snack; 4 p.m., summer activ-
ity; 5:30 p.m., closing gathering and snack. Register with Parent Week 11: Aug. 3-5
Central. For more information, call 380-4163. “Tropical Paradise”
Trip - Oasis Pool; free, deadline July 31.

JULY 7-8 AND JULY 14-15 July 5 July 15 July 22
7 p.m. Terminator Genisys (PG-13) 2 p.m. Cinderella 2 p.m. Ant Man (PG-13)
Army Family Team Building classes. 9 a.m. - noon. Building July 8 July 17 7 p.m. Ant Man (PG-13)
1317 on Normandy Drive. July 7: Overcoming Stress; Winning 2 p.m. Terminator Genisys (PG-13) 7 p.m. Ant Man (PG-13) July 24
at Time Management; A Time to Serve: The Volunteer Experi- 7 p.m. Terminator Genisys (PG-13) July 18 7 p.m. Poltergeist (PG-13)
ence. July 8: Heading Toward Leadership; Leadership Through July 10 7 p.m. Ant Man (PG-13) July 25
Understanding Needs; Examining Your Leadership Style. July 14: 7 p.m. Hot Pursuit (PG-13) July 19 4 p.m. Inside Out (PG)
Effective Communication for Leaders; Developing Great Meet- July 11 7 p.m. Ant Man (PG-13) 7 p. m. Little Boy (PG-13)
ings; EstablishingTeam Dynamics. July 15: Resolving Conflicts;
Supporting Others Through Coaching and Mentoring; Virtual 7 p.m. Pitch Perfect (PG-13)
Meetings: Tips and Techniques. Hourly Child Care available to
families registered in advance with CYSS. For more information, July 12
call 380-2382.
7 p.m. Terminator Genisys (PG-13)
JULY 22
Tickets: Adult - $5.00/3D-$7.00, Children 6-11 - $2.50/3D-$4.50 Five and Under are FREE.
Army Community Service 50th birthday celebration. 10 a.m.- This schedule is subject to change at the last minute to accommodate changes in movies and
2:30 p.m. ACS Center building 1317. Remarks by garrison com- free showings. ID cards are required from all personnel not in uniform when purchasing movie
mander, FMWR director and ACS division chief; open house;
informational tables; bounce houses; music. Call 380-4991 tickets. For more information and movie updates, call 380-3490.

For more information go to www.irwin.army.mil